Windows 11 Ads Removal…

Windows 11 introduced more intrusive ads than previous versions of the operating system, but you can disable them using various settings. Here’s how:

1. Start Menu Ads

• Go to Settings > Personalization > Start.

• Toggle off “Show recommendations for tips, shortcuts, new apps, and more.”

2. Notification Ads

• Go to Settings > System > Notifications.

• Under Additional settings, uncheck:

• “Get tips and suggestions when using Windows.”

• “Suggest ways to get the most out of Windows and finish setting up this device.”

• “Show the Windows welcome experience after updates.”

3. Settings Suggestions

• Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > General.

• Toggle off “Show me suggested content in the Settings app.”

4. File Explorer Ads

• In File Explorer, open the three-dot menu > Options > View tab.

• Uncheck “Show sync provider notifications.”

5. Widget Feed Ads

• Open Widgets, click the cog icon, and turn off specific feeds.

• To remove Widgets entirely, go to Taskbar settings and toggle off “Widgets.”

6. Manufacturer Bloatware Notifications

• Go to Settings > System > Notifications.

• Disable notifications for manufacturer-installed apps or uninstall them.

7. Lock Screen and Background Ads

• Turn off Windows Spotlight:

• Go to Settings > Personalization > Background and select a non-Spotlight option.

• Repeat for Settings > Personalization > Lock Screen.

8. Search Highlight Ads

• Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Search Permissions.

• Toggle off “Show search highlights.”

9. Personalized Ads and Data Collection

• Disable personalized ads:

• Go to Settings > Personalization > Device Usage and toggle off all options.

• Navigate to Settings > Privacy and Security > General, and turn off all options.

Following these steps will reduce ads and limit data collection in Windows 11, enhancing your user experience.